Jarabacoa weather in May (Dominican Republic)

Planning a trip to Jarabacoa in May? This guide provides all the details you need.

In May, Jarabacoa typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 27°C. But by evening, they drop to around 18°C.

Jarabacoa in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 223 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 13 days of rain.

With around 231 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Jarabacoa. January, February, July and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Jarabacoa climate page with graphs.

 

Jarabacoa, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 44%  

Precipitation 223 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 73% *  

Sunshine 231 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: La Vega, the Dominican Republic (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in the Dominican Republic in May

Find out more about the weather in the Dominican Republic in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Jarabacoa in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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